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Perimeter Institute is fulfilling the needs of teachers with a combination of special programs and resources created specifically for them. These programs and resources combine cutting edge research with pedagogical techniques and provide an opportunity for teachers to meet and interact with top scientists from Perimeter Institute. | UPCOMING PUBLIC EVENTS ..................................................................... PUBLIC LECTURE SERIES ..................................................................... ARTS & CULTURE |
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BEYOND THE ATOM - REMODELLING PARTICLE PHYSICS  What is everything made of? This question is one of the deepest, most profound in human history. Join us on an historical journey from Rutherford scattering experiments in 1911 to today’s Large Hadron Collider. This teacher resource details scientific advances in our understanding of the building blocks that make up everything in the cosmos.
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| | ..................................................................................................................................... | CHALLENGE OF QUANTUM REALITY  A 30 min. video introduction to quantum physics - the single most important advance in our understanding of the universe - via the double-slit experiment and the concept of wave-particle duality. This kit includes the DVD resource, and an accompanying teacher's guide with worksheets and activities. Suitable for grades 11 and 12.
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| | ..................................................................................................................................... | EVERYDAY EINSTEIN: GPS & RELATIVITY
 What do Einstein and GPS have in common? Find out in the first Perimeter Inspirations module highlighting the power and relevance of one of human's greatest intellectual achievements. ‘Everyday Einstein’ is an educational resource that includes a five-minute video and an accompanying teacher’s guide. Suitable for grades 9 through 12.
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| | ..................................................................................................................................... | MEASURING PLANCK'S CONSTANT  Planck’s constant (h = 6.63 x 10-34 Js) is a universal constant that lies at the heart of quantum physics. This resource centres around a laboratory activity in which students measure Planck’s constant using a simple electronic circuit. Suitable for grades 11 and 12.
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| | ..................................................................................................................................... | MYSTERY OF DARK MATTER  Explore the mysterious substance that makes up about 90% of the mass of every galaxy in the universe called dark matte in this engaging 30 minute video featuring Dr. Damian Pope.This kit includes the DVD resource, and an accompanying teacher's guide with worksheets and activities. Suitable for grades 11 and 12.| more | watch it now |
| | ..................................................................................................................................... | THE MYSTERY OF DARK MATTER VIDEO GAME  Created to accompany the Perimeter Explorations "Mystery of Dark Matter" in-class resource (above), this video game challenges students to apply what they've learned as they add stars, planets, and black holes to a galaxy. | more | play it now |
| | ..................................................................................................................................... | THE PHYSICS OF INNOVATION  Where does technology come from? Virtually all of the technology we enjoy today is powered by the four key scientific concepts of quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, special relativity, and general relativity. Enjoy this inspirational video featuring Dr. Richard Epp, Manager of Scientific Outreach. This kit includes the DVD resource, and an accompanying teacher's guide with worksheets and activities. Suitable for grades 9 through 12. | more | watch it now |
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REVOLUTIONS IN SCIENCE
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Join Alice and Bob as they ask simple questions about our world that lead to three of the most profound revolutions in science: general relativity, quantum mechanics, and special relativity. Suitable for grades 9 through 12. | more |
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ALICE & BOB IN WONDERLAND  Join Alice & Bob in this series of 60-second animated adventures as they wonder about the world and discover that it is sometimes simple questions that lead us to profound insights.| more |
| | ..................................................................................................................................... | MEET A SCIENTIST  What makes a scientist tick? What advice do they offer today’s students? Find out by viewing these short video interviews with leading researchers from around the world.
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| | ..................................................................................................................................... | POWER OF IDEAS  Ideas make the world go round. Explore the six most powerful ideas in physics history through this multimedia experience and discover the transformative effect they have had on our world. | more |
| | ..................................................................................................................................... | THE QUANTUM TAMERS: REVEALING OUR WEIRD & WIRED FUTURE [A DOCUMENTARY]  From deep inside the sewers of Vienna, site of groundbreaking quantum teleportation experiments, to cutting-edge quantum computing labs, to voyages into the minds of the world’s brightest thinkers, including renowned British scientist Stephen Hawking, this documentary explores the coming quantum technological revolution. | order now $169.95 | watch a clip |
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| | EINSTEINPLUS | | |  EinsteinPlus is a one-week intensive workshop for Canadian and international high school teachers that focuses on modern physics including quantum physics, special relativity, and cosmology. EinsteinPlus also provides unique opportunities to learn some of the latest developments in physics from expert researchers at the forefront of human knowledge, enjoy lab tours and take part in social events with like-minded teachers from around the globe. | more | | | | ........................................................................................................................................ | | | WEBINAR WORKSHOPS
 Perimeter Institute is launching a series of Webinar Workshops designed to help you effectively utilize our teacher resources. The webinars will allow you to participate in an interactive workshop with a PI Outreach scientist who will review the resource, give helpful hints on how to use it in your classroom, and answer any of your questions, all from the comfort of your own computer.| more |
| | | ........................................................................................................................................ | | | INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG PHYSICISTS - STUDENT CAMP  An exciting and challenging two-week program for Canadian and international high school students with a keen interest in theoretical physics and who intend to pursue physics studies at the university level. The program super-charges potential Einsteins with a blend of classical and modern physics and hands-on activities.| more |
| | | ........................................................................................................................................ LUKE SANTI MEMORIAL AWARD FOR STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT | | |  Presented annually in memory of Luke Santi who, as a high school student, demonstrated a passion for research and discovery, earned top marks in his courses, took part in a variety of extra-curricular activities, and volunteered his time in service of others.
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| | TEACHER CONTEST - THE POWER OF IDEAS IN YOUR CLASSROOM | | |  Show Us the Power of Ideas in Your Classroom! Ideas make the world go round! Perimeter Institute challenges Canadian intermediate (grades 7 – 10) and senior (grades 11 – 12) science teachers to inspire and engage students with The Power of Ideas multimedia resource that explores the six most powerful ideas in physics history and the transformative effect they have had on our world. | more | |
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Innovative Teaching Strategies for Modern Physics 
